is 118 blood sugar good

A blood sugar level of 118 mg/dL can be interpreted differently depending on when the measurement was taken:

• Fasting Blood Sugar (before eating): A fasting blood sugar level of 118 mg/dL is slightly elevated. Normal fasting blood sugar levels are typically between 70-99 mg/dL. A level between 100-125 mg/dL may indicate prediabetes, while 126 mg/dL or higher on two separate tests suggests diabetes.
• Postprandial (after eating): A blood sugar level of 118 mg/dL 1-2 hours after eating is considered normal, as postprandial levels should generally be below 140 mg/dL.

If your fasting blood sugar is consistently around 118 mg/dL, it’s advisable to consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and potential testing, such as an A1C test, to assess your average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months.